Request for Information Creme Cleanser.doc
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- RFI for MSI JANITORIAL CREME CLEANSER
- Solicitation number
- RFI 472 210000000004 1
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- Michigan
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This Request for Information (RFI) was issued by the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) and Michigan State Industries (MSI) to gather market data on creme cleansers with deodorizer for use in correctional facilities. The product is a mild abrasive, non-phosphate cleaner designed for cleaning and sanitizing countertops, sinks, bathroom fixtures, and other surfaces within correctional facilities. The RFI was issued on January 22, 2021, with a deadline for vendor questions by January 28, 2021, answers posted by January 29, 2021, and responses due by February 3, 2021. Follow-up discussions were anticipated through February 15, 2021. The State reserves the right to request oral presentations and product samples from selected vendors. Vendors were instructed to submit responses through the SIGMA system on www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS and could propose alternative products with corresponding specification sheets. The current product being used is manufactured by Arrow Chemical Products Inc (item #117) and is shipped in natural-colored quart containers with easy-dispensing caps.
The RFI does not constitute an offer to enter into a contract and is intended to inform future procurement strategy and the development of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for creme cleanser. Vendors were required to provide company information, authorized contact details, product specifications, industry standards knowledge, testing methodologies, quality control processes, and their likelihood of bidding on a subsequent RFP. The State indicated it would determine at its sole discretion which products and specifications would be incorporated into any future bid document. All responses are subject to disclosure under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act and become property of the State. The State will not be liable for any costs incurred by vendors in preparing or submitting responses.
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Request for Information
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Department of Corrections Procurement
Crème Cleanser Request for Information 210000000004
This Request for Information (RFI) seeks to obtain information on crème cleanser This information gathered is intended to assist the State of Michigan to better understand (a) types of crème cleansers available, (b) various testing methods, (c) vendors in the marketplace, (d) industry best practices.
Anticipated Timeline Issue Date
1/22/2021 Deadline to Submit Questions
5:00 p.m. EDT
1/28/2021 Anticipated Date State Will Post Answers to Questions
1/29/2021 Deadline to Submit Response 3:00 p.m. EDT 2/3/2021 Follow up to responses, if necessary
2/15/2021 The information in this document is subject to change. Check www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS for the current information.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE STATE. The sole point of contact concerning this Request for Information (RFI) is:
Arnold VandeMark, Buyer vandemarka@michigan.gov 517-335-2083
2. QUESTIONS. Questions concerning the RFI must be emailed to vandemarka@michigan.gov no later than the time and date specified on the cover page of this document. Answers to questions will be posted on www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS.
Questions should be submitted using the following format:
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| Document and Section |
| Page# / Requirement# |
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3. RESERVED.
4. DELIVERY OF RESPONSE. Vendors should provide an informational response on www.michigan.gov/SIGMAVSS no later than the date and time located on the cover page of this document. All documents should be created using tools that are compatible with the Microsoft Office Suite 97 standard desktop tools, without need for conversion. System prompts for pricing attachments and information can be disregarded.
Questions on how to submit information or how to navigate in the SIGMA system can be answered by calling (517) 373-4111 or (888) 734-9749.
5. ORAL PRESENTATION AND SAMPLES. The State reserves the right to invite some vendors for oral presentations or request samples.
6. GENERAL RESPONSE CONDITIONS. The State will not be liable for any costs incurred in preparation of vendor’s response, delivery of the response, and any follow-up discussions with the State. This RFI is not an offer to enter into a contract.
7. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT. All portions of a response are subject to disclosure as required under the Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act, 1976 Public Act 422.
8. RIGHTS TO INFORMATION CONTAINED IN RESPONSES. All informational responses will be considered the property of the State.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Request for Information Crème Cleanser, MSI
The purpose for this Request for Information (RFI) includes, but is not limited to, collecting market information to better understand types of crème cleansers available. The information gathered may be used to assist the State in developing program strategy and possibly developing a Request for Proposal (RFP).
The State of Michigan plans to post an upcoming bid for crème cleanser for correctional facilities in the near future. Vendors may provide more than one option provided that they supply the specifications for each option. The State will determine, in its sole discretion, which if any, products are incorporated into the upcoming bid document.
Company full name and address:
Bidder Response:
Name, telephone number, and email address of the individual(s) who will serve as your company’s authorized contact:
Bidder Response:
Please identify who was involved in developing the response to this RFI:
Bidder Response:
1. Program Overview
The Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) Michigan State Industries (MSI) manufactures goods and provides services to State agencies, tax supported entities, and local government units. MSI manufactures crème cleanser for sale to MDOC correctional facilities, and other public entities.
The crème cleanser with deodorizer will be used to clean and sanitize countertops, sinks, and bathroom fixtures as well as other uses.
2. Requirements Below are MSI’s current specifications for crème cleanser. Vendors are asked to redline DOC’s current product specifications to describe your proposed product. Vendors should also attach a copy of their product’s specification sheet. The State will determine, in its sole discretion, which if any redlines or alternative specifications are incorporated into the upcoming bid document. The current product is manufactured by Arrow Chemical Products Inc, item #117.
A. General Specifications – Please redline the current product specifications, below, to specifically describe your proposed product.
1. Crème cleanser with deodorizer, mild abrasive, non-phosphate cleaner
2. Shipped in a natural colored quart container with an easy dispensing cap.
B. Are there industry standards for this product? If so, please specify the standards.
Bidder Response:
C. Are there industry standards for testing of crème cleanser? If so, please specify the standards.
Bidder Response:
D. What standards do manufacturers use to test these products? How do you test your products?
Bidder Response:
E. How would you recommend that MDOC determine the product’s effectiveness and verify that it meets specifications? Or do you recommend that the proposed products are not tested by MDOC because manufacturers have already complied with industry standards?
Bidder Response:
F. How do other customers validated that your products meet specifications?
Bidder Response:
G. How do you, and/or your manufacturer, perform quality control to ensure products delivered match specifications?
Bidder Response:
H. If you are proposing an alternative to the above specifications, please explain why you feel your proposed product meets or exceeds MSI’s needs.
Bidder Response:
I. Describe recent industry trends, or recent changes in this market.
Bidder Response:
J. Please provide any additional pertinent information.
Bidder Response:
K. If an RFP is issued for provision of this product, is it likely that your company will bid on it?
Bidder Response:
L. If no, why not?
Bidder Response:
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